ERA Research Managers

Expected Outcome:

Excellent capacities in research management are essential for institutions and national R&I systems to capitalize on their R&I activities. ERA Research Managers aim to attract experienced research managers to universities, research organisations or research infrastructures in Widening countries, establishing or upgrading institutional capacities for research management, fostering brain circulation and creating pockets of excellence that enhance institutional culture and performance.

Research management capacities are crucial for research-performing institutions as they increase efficiency, competitiveness, and impact, thereby enhancing research excellence. Strong research management ensures effective grant acquisition, resource allocation, compliance with funding regulations, and strategic planning. It supports high-quality research by streamlining administrative processes, facilitating collaborations, and optimizing the use of research infrastructure.

The ERA Research Manager’s leadership and the establishment of a permanent, high-quality research management group will boost excellence, visibility, and integration within the ERA, improving competitiveness in research funding and promoting institutional reforms aligned with ERA priorities.

Projects are expected to contribute to some of the following outcomes:

At system level:

• Increased international, interdisciplinary, and intersectoral mobility of research management talent towards Widening countries;
• Institutional reforms in research institutions and national R&I systems;
• Strengthened human capital with more entrepreneurial and well-trained research managers;
• Better communication of R&I results to society;
• Enhanced research capacity, competitiveness, and economic growth.

At organisation level:

Trimmed here, the full scope, expected outcomes and award criteria are on the official topic page ↗.